In South Africa, the Old Age People are getting help from the govt through the Old Age Grant. It is a monthly financial aid program run by SASSA for the older age group. SASSA provides monthly payments to old age person in South Africa so that they can live quality lives and maintain themselves in old age. A
As 2025 is coming, many people are thinking about whether they need to really for the Old Age Grant or not. Till now, SASSA has not given any official notice to reapply for the Old Age Grant to receive the benefits of the Old Age Grant in 2025. So, you do not need to fill out the Old Age Grant application form again, but there are other crucial factors that you should keep in the notice for the continuation of the Old Age Grants.
Is Reapplication Necessary for the Old Age Grant?
SASSA dees not announced to reapply for the Old Age Grant yet. Many people have the misconception that they will receive an Old Age Grant in 225 only if they fill out the application form again. This is not true, the people need not be required to submit the Old Age Grant application form again regardless of some conditions.
If any information about the old age person has changed the person no longer meets the eligibility for the Old Age Grant, in this case, you must inform the SASSA about the eligibility and stop receiving the benefits of the Old Age Grant. If SASSA finds out later on, you will be asked to pay all of the amount back to SASSA along with a penalty.
SASSA has the concept of reviewing the applications of the existing eligible person for the Old Age Grant and they also pay home visits to confirm the eligibility of the person for the Old Age Grant. Sometimes, SASSA asks for the beneficiaries of the Old Age Grant to submit the life certificate. SASSA will inform you prior three months before reviewing your application for the Old Age Grant.
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Eligibility for Old Age Grant
- People whose age is more than 60 years are eligible for the Old Age Grant.
- The SASSA will provide the Old Age Grant to the citizens of South Africa only.
- The annual income of Single applicants should be less than R86280 annually.
- The total assets of the single applicant should be less than R1227600.
- The annual income of married applicants should be less than R172560 annually.
- The total assets of the married applicant should be less than R2455200.
How to Apply for the Old Age Grant?
The person who meets the eligibility for the Old Age Grant can follow the below steps to apply for the Old Age Grant.
- Locate the nearest SASSA office and ask for the Old Age Grant application form.
- Fill out the information in the Old Age Grant application form.
- Attach the documents with the Old Age Grant application form.
- Try to provide correct details in the Old Age Grant form to avoid delays in payments.
- Submit the Old Age Grant form.
- South Africa ID
- Marriage Poof or Single Status
- Annual income proof
- Total Asset proof
- Address Proof
- Medical Report
- Age Proof
Grant Suspension and Periodic Reviews for Old Age Grant
SASSA has periodic reviews for the Old Age Grant, the purpose of the review is the following:
- SASSA wants confirmation that the person is alive and is receiving the benefit of the Old Age Grant.
- SASSA will check the annual income and total assets from time to time.
- The purpose of verification is to avoid any false claims for the Old Age Grant.
The person will get the written notice from the SASSA before 3 months of the review. The person will get enough time to prepare all of these documents to show during the review for the Old Age Grant.
Support and Assistance for Old Age Grant
- Helpline Number: 0800 60 10 11.
- SASSA Website: http://www.sassa.gov.za/
- In-Person Support: You can visit the SASSA office for in-person support regarding the Old Age Grant.
Current Old Age Grant Amounts
- For 60–74 years: The value of the Old Age Grant is R2190 per month.
- For 75 years and more: The value of the Old Age Grant is R2210 per month.
FAQ
Is it required to really for the Old Age Grant in 2025?
No, you don’t need to reapply for the Old Age Grant in 2025.
What is the monthly amount for the SASSA Old Age Grant?
SASSA provides the monthly benefit of R2190 in the Old Age Grant.